Saturday, March 3, 2012

A Rare Apology!

I will not mention his name on my site but a conservative radio talk show host made a rare apology today about the remarks he made this past week directed at a Georgetown Law school student that testified at a congressional hearing about the cost of birth control. I will not mention his name since I believe he is an extreme conservative shock jock that spews hateful and insulting words on a regular basis. It is hard to believe anyone can truly feel this way. It is also hard to believe he is so judgemental after so many failed marriages and after being addicted to prescription drugs.
But as shocking as this was for me, I have to admit that for the first time EVER I agree with what he said in his apology. An apology however that I am sure was not done out of sincerity but out of fear of losing his radio show after several sponsors have pulled out due to his comments.
His statement is below:
"I think it is absolutely absurd that during these very serious political times, we are discussing personal sexual recreational activities before members of Congress. I personally do not agree that American citizens should pay for these social activities. What happened to personal responsibility and accountability? Where do we draw the line? If this is accepted as the norm, what will follow? Will we be debating if taxpayers should pay for new sneakers for all students that are interested in running to keep fit?In my monologue, I posited that it is not our business whatsoever to know what is going on in any one's bedroom nor do I think it is a topic that should reach a Presidential level.
My choice of words was not the best, and in the attempt to be humorous, I created a national stir. I sincerely apologize to Ms. Fluke for the insulting word choices"
Thoughts?

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